CPE Credits Awarded: 16

COURSE SUMMARY

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the LNG value chain from upstream supply, liquefaction, shipping and regasification of LNG. The course is designed for LNG professional involved in commercial, business development and other activities requiring an in-depth knowledge of gas and LNG. The focus is on the intergrated nature of the LNG value chain and the implications for the various contractual arrangements with particular emphasis on North America and its role in the global LNG business.

Includes Online Pre-study ModuleThis course is accompanied by a preparatory course available online. Delegates will receive a web voucher as part of their joining instructions upon confirmation of registration. By taking advantage of this "blended" learning approach, in-class time and learning are optimized.

MANAGER'S RETURN ON INVESTMENT

Upon completion of this course your employees will understand:

Comprehension of the integrated LNG value chain and key characteristics of each element and the investments involved

An overview of the commercial agreements across the LNG chain and the implications for LNG project development and trading

An understanding of the main stakeholders, their drivers and their influence

A full appreciation of LNG pricing mechanisms in the regional markets

An understanding of the driving forces in the LNG business including prospects for future developments and the changing supplies and markets

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Commercial managers and business developers requiring an in-depth knowledge of the LNG business in North America and its relationship to global LNG developments

• Professional personnel interacting with LNG supplies, markets and trading e.g. finance, legal, marketing and those who need to understand the various sectors of the value chain and how they interact.

COURSE CONTENTS

The LNG Value Chain

Overview of the LNG Value Chain

The components of the value chain

The integrated nature and the implications for LNG project development

Technical Process overview

Upstream supplies and the different types of gas sources

Unconventional gas supplies (shale/cbm)

Importance of gas quality

LNG storage requirements

LNG liquefaction processes

Comparison of process technologies

New technologies (floating LNG)

Shipping technologies and special nature of LNG vessels

Cost comparison versus pipeline

Shipping capacity and delivery capabilities and limitations

LNG regasification and processes involved

Terminal operations

Offshore regasification

LNG project development

Project phases

Requirements at each phase

Project Milestones and reviews

Importance of integration across the value chain during project development